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Day Shift Butcher Or Meat Cutter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Meat Cutter

Hales Corners, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Meat Manager Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest service? Do you thrive in a grocery store environment, where your ...

Meat Cutter

Hales Corners, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Meat Manager Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest service? Do you thrive in a grocery store environment, where your ...

Meat Cutter

De Pere, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Meat Manager Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest service? Do you thrive in a grocery store environment, where your ...

BUTCHER

Beverly Hills, CA · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Butcher Position Overview: The Butcher is responsible for preparing various cuts of meat, poultry ... Meat Cutting and Preparation: * Cut, trim, and prepare meat and poultry for use in the kitchen or ...

Butcher

Dix Hills, NY · On-site

$900 - $1.2K/wk

... our operation every day. If you love working with meat and delivering top-notch product to ... Proven experience as a Butcher or Meat Cutter in a retail, wholesale, or food production ...

Butcher

Huntington Station, NY · On-site

$900 - $1.2K/wk

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... our operation every day. If you love working with meat and delivering top-notch product to ... Proven experience as a Butcher or Meat Cutter in a retail, wholesale, or food production ...

BUTCHER/HOTLINE

Stafford, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

... butcher or meat cutter preferred - Previous experience in a hotline or line cook role is advantageous - Knowledge of meat cuts, preparation techniques, and food safety standards - Ability to work ...

Butcher

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

We keep it reel! Free shift meals, premium benefits, an amazing culinary family, growth ... Minimum of 18 years of age. * 2 years experience as a butcher or meat cutter. * High school ...

Sunny Isles- Meat Butcher

Sunny Isles Beach, FL · On-site

$20.50 - $23.50/hr

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... your shift • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment • Reliable and team-oriented • Previous butcher or meat cutter experience preferred • Strong meat cutting skills, including ...

Sunny Isles- Meat Butcher

Sunny Isles Beach, FL · On-site

$20.50 - $23.50/hr

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... your shift • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment • Reliable and team-oriented • Previous butcher or meat cutter experience preferred • Strong meat cutting skills, including ...

The ideal candidate has RECENT experience working in a meat market, butcher shop, grocery store, or ... Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, and tools throughout the shift * Follow all food safety ...

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Butcher

Grand Bay, AL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Consistent Monday-Friday day shift (no rotating schedules). * Opportunity for skill development and ... Willingness to learn rail breaking or expand existing skills. * Understanding of basic meat cutting ...

Meat Cutter

Columbia, MO · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Looking for a meat cutting, butcher, or grocery store opportunity in Columbia, MO? As a Meat Cutter ... Flexible availability (days, evenings, weekends, holidays) Work Environment * Fast-paced grocery ...

Meat Cutter

Ashland, MO · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Looking for a meat cutting, butcher, or grocery store opportunity in Ashland, MO? As a Meat Cutter ... Flexible availability (days, evenings, weekends, holidays) Work Environment * Fast-paced grocery ...

Meat Cutter

Ashland, MO · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Looking for a meat cutting, butcher, or grocery store opportunity in Ashland, MO? As a Meat Cutter ... Flexible availability (days, evenings, weekends, holidays) Work Environment * Fast-paced grocery ...

Meat Cutter

Leawood, KS · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Previous experience in meat cutting, butchery, or meat preparation required * Strong knife skills and understanding of meat types and cuts * Food safety certified or willing to obtain (McKeever ...

Bodega - Butcher

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Proven experience as a butcher or in a similar meat-cutting role within the food services industry. * Comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices. * Ability to operate ...

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How much do day shift butcher or meat cutter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for day shift butcher or meat cutter in the United States is $17.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Day Shift Butcher Or Meat Cutter vs Night Shift Butcher Or Meat Cutter?

AspectDay Shift Butcher Or Meat CutterNight Shift Butcher Or Meat Cutter
Work HoursTypically 8 AM - 4 PMTypically 4 PM - 12 AM
Work EnvironmentGrocery stores, butcher shops, meat marketsGrocery stores, meat processing plants, some 24-hour facilities
CredentialsHigh school diploma, food safety certificationsHigh school diploma, food safety certifications
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in retail and grocery sectorsCommon in processing plants and 24-hour operations

The main difference between Day Shift Butcher Or Meat Cutter and Night Shift Butcher Or Meat Cutter lies in their working hours and work environment. Both roles require similar credentials and are used across retail and processing industries. The choice depends on the employer's schedule and operational needs.

What is a typical day for day shift meat cutters?

A day shift meat cutter typically begins by inspecting and preparing the workspace, then proceeds to cut, trim, and package meat according to customer orders and safety standards. They use tools like knives and saws, follow sanitation protocols, and may assist with inventory management throughout their shift. The work environment is usually a refrigerated meat department or processing area, with shifts often lasting 8 hours or more.
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Infographic showing various Day Shift Butcher Or Meat Cutter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,201 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Meat Cutter

Festival Foods

Hales Corners, WI • On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago


Festival Foods rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 280 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

Location : Name
Hales Corners
Position Type
Full-Time
Company Overview
ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:
We are a Wisconsin grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.
Job Summary
Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!
Job Title: Meat Cutter
Reports To: Meat Manager
Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest service? Do you thrive in a grocery store environment, where your craftsmanship can truly shine? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to our Meat Department as a Meat Cutter.
Our Meat Department is central to providing high-quality, fresh meat products to our guests, helping them create memorable meals for any occasion. As a Meat Cutter, you will play a vital role in ensuring our meat offerings are prepared to perfection and meet the highest standards of quality.
External Job Description
What You'll Do:
As a Festival Foods Meat Cutter, you will:
  • Expert Meat Cutting: Utilize your meat cutting skills to prepare all non-case ready meat products, including cutting, grinding, wrapping, and trimming, according to established standards.
  • Butchery Leadership: Provide expertise and leadership on the sales floor, ensuring safety and sanitation guidelines are followed, and inventory is effectively managed within the grocery store environment.
  • Culinary Knowledge: Apply your extensive knowledge as a butcher, understanding different cuts of meat and cooking techniques to assist guests and ensure the best product offerings.
  • Quality and Quantity Standards: Maintain and meet quality and quantity standards by filling all service and self-service cases, including fresh, frozen, and processed products.
  • Team Support: Support your teammates and contribute positively to the culture of the Meat Department.
  • Drive Sales: Increase sales by focusing on the details and ensuring products are visually appealing to our guests.
  • Minimize Waste: Reduce shrink by following production lists, accurate trim standards, and minimizing waste.
  • Product Management: Ensure meat products are properly packaged, labeled, and stored according to company policies and procedures.
  • Training: Assist in training Utility team members in grinding, sausage making, cutting for the service counter, special orders, wrapping, and filling products.
  • Cleanliness and Safety: Lead by example in maintaining the cleanliness of the department, including the operation, maintenance, and sanitization of equipment.
  • Guest Services: Provide excellent service at the meat counter, offering expert knowledge and attentively assisting guests with their needs.
  • Special Orders: Collect and fulfill special orders and requests in a timely manner.
  • Teamwork: Perform other duties as needed to support the team.
  • Honor Commitments: Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.

What We're Looking For:
To succeed as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter, you should have:
  • Experience: Proven experience as a butcher or in meat cutting within a grocery store, retail, or meat production setting.
  • Customer Focus: Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and all personnel.
  • Communication Skills: Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Product Knowledge: Knowledge of perishable foods, particularly meat.
  • Age Requirement: Must be over the age of 18.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
  • The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
    • Stand in one place for a long period of time, bend, stoop, and kneel regularly
    • Lifting up to 60 pounds on an occasional basis
    • May be exposed to extreme temperatures

Work Schedule:
The Meat Cutter position can be part-time or full-time. The work schedule may include mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility to work evenings or overnight as needed.
Are you ready to showcase your meat cutting skills and contribute to a team committed to excellence in a grocery store environment?
Apply now and become a key player in our Meat Department!
Benefits Overview
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:
  • Associate Discount: Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.
  • Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
  • Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.
  • Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.
  • Support: Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
  • Save for Your Future: Offering a 401(k), we're proud to support our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals.
    At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates. Festival Foods believes that an inclusive environment for teammates of all backgrounds and perspectives strengthens our ability to serve our guests and communities, as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.
    Location : Address
    5600 S 108th St
    Location : City
    Hales Corners
    Location : State/Province
    WI
    Location : Postal Code
    53130

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    About Festival Foods

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    Festival Foods serves guests in 40 full-service, state-of-the-art supermarkets throughout Wisconsin. At Festival Foods, we're not simply selling groceries, we're on a mission! Every business decision we make is based on our "Boomerang Principle"--empowering our associates to make decisions and take actions that will "Bring the Customer Back". We are proud to be a family and employee-owned company.

    Industry

    Retail

    Company size

    5,001 - 10,000 Employees

    Headquarters location

    De Pere, WI, US

    Year founded

    1946